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When, where, and how we use leadership work to grow the culture and cultivate change
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To showcase each step on ICMA’s path to building a diverse and inclusive profession, an interactive timeline of events has been built that will continue to be updated as #ICMAMovesTheNeedle.
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ICMA needs your voice. Nominations accepted October 26, 2021, through January 14, 2022.
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On October 1, 2021, the ICMA Executive Board met at the Hyatt Regency Portland, where the 2020-2021 board was joined by incoming board members Pamela Antil, Scott Colby Jr., Corri Spiegel, Valmarie Turner, and incoming President-elect Jeffrey Towery.
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Qualified immunity protects local government from paying money damages when police officers take actions that are alleged to be unconstitutional, but the law isn't "clearly established."
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Local governments have implemented vaccine mandates, along with states and private employers.
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"Smart Cities" require smart leaders who should tailor their efforts to community needs.
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The role of the assistant or deputy manager is a vital part of any local government’s success in achieving community goals and initiatives. ICMA has developed a key resource to help individuals flourish in this position.
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Engaging citizens to solve community problems